# Suwon Korean restaurant for smoky spicy octopus and makgeolli: Daseon - By Bora H. (https://superchart.com/en/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/) - Written Sep 9, 2026 - Updated Sep 13, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Suwon, Gyeonggi - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/index.md) ## In short Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch is a Korean restaurant near Suwon Station in Suwon, Gyeonggi. After installing a ceiling fan all day, I paired ₩35,000 smoky spicy octopus stir-fry and ₩15,000 boiled pork with makgeolli, plus refillable barley rice. Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch is a satisfying pick for both dinner and drinks. ## Good to know - **Hours**: 10:30–22:00 - **Parking**: No dedicated parking lot - **Spicy octopus stir-fry**: ₩35,000 - **Sliced boiled pork**: ₩15,000 - **Barley rice**: Free refills available *as written by the visitor on Sep 9, 2026* Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch, a Suwon Station favorite that stayed on my mind because the kal-nakji (knife-cut noodles with octopus) I had a few months ago was so much better than expected! Last time, I came for a hearty meal. This was the day I completely wore myself out installing a ceiling fan by hand all day ㅜㅜ > I need alcohol,, Once I finally managed to finish the installation, it felt a shame to go straight home, and I was desperately craving a glass of makgeolli (Korean rice wine) with something spicy,, 🥹 Then I remembered how much I enjoyed Daseon Kalguksu last time, so I came back—this time for a drink! ❗️ The kal-nakji I had on my first visit surprised me from the first bite, and the spicy octopus stir-fry I ordered this time also exceeded expectations. Another properly satisfying day..❣️ I returned to the same place, but with a different menu and purpose, so it had a different charm from last time 〰️ ## Location and hours for Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch near Suwon Station Hours are 10:30–22:00. Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch is on Hyanggyo-ro at the far end of Suwon Station Rodeo Street. ![Location guide for Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch on Hyanggyo-ro near Suwon Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-01-1flca-966.webp) It is within walking distance of Suwon Station, so it is an easy place to visit by public transport too ✔️ ![Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch visited on foot from Suwon Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-02-kbtxu-966.webp) It is a great place to head to when you are near Suwon Station and craving Korean dishes such as kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup) or spicy octopus stir-fry. There is no dedicated parking lot. If you are driving, I recommend checking nearby public parking locations in advance. ## A relaxed setting for a meal with makgeolli Rather than looking flashy or overly decorated, the interior has the warm, familiar feel of a Korean restaurant where you can comfortably enjoy a meal. ![Warm Korean restaurant atmosphere inside Daseon Kalguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-03-di0yr-966.webp) ![Comfortable dining area inside Daseon Kalguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-04-cq3ls-966.webp) I had used up nearly all my energy installing that ceiling fan, so I had a glass of makgeolli as soon as I sat down 😎 ![A glass of makgeolli ordered after installing a ceiling fan](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-05-n64yz-966.webp) Happiness recharged^,, haha. Last time I came for a proper meal, but this time it felt like I had come to unwind with a drink after a long day, so the very same space felt a little different. ![Dinner table with a glass of makgeolli](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-06-gsrge-966.webp) It is lovely for a meal near Suwon Station, but it also suits a day when you want makgeolli with Korean food to snack on 👏 ![Makgeolli and Korean food enjoyed at Daseon Kalguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-07-1jwnw-966.webp) ![Korean food table near Suwon Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-08-1dnnq-966.webp) ## Ordering spicy octopus stir-fry and sliced boiled pork Since I had tried Daseon Kalguksu's signature kal-nakji on my last visit, I decided to choose dishes I had not tried this time ✅ ![Daseon Kalguksu menu and prices](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-09-kbn4i-966.webp) I ordered spicy octopus stir-fry for ₩35,000, sliced boiled pork for ₩15,000, and makgeolli! I had enjoyed the sliced boiled pork last time too, so I ordered it again. I thought the spicy, intensely smoky octopus stir-fry and mild boiled pork would make just the right combination. ## How I ate the free-refill barley rice Once you order, barley rice, shredded radish, and kimchi are served as the basics. ![Barley rice, shredded radish, and kimchi served as basics](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-10-1kt8w-966.webp) ![Side dishes served with spicy octopus stir-fry](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-11-1w3oj-966.webp) At first, it is nice to lightly mix the barley rice with just the shredded radish~ But once the spicy octopus stir-fry arrives, mixing in a little of its sauce is another special treat 🥹👏❗️ > The kind of person who cries when food is delicious,, With the pleasantly chewy barley rice and spicy sauce together, I just kept reaching for another spoonful. ![Barley rice mixed with spicy octopus stir-fry sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-12-1pvy9-966.webp) What is more, the barley rice comes with free refills! It would have been such a waste to leave the spicy octopus sauce behind, so I got another bowl of barley rice and mixed it all up. A perfect finish ෆ ## Spicy octopus stir-fry with the flavor of a high-heat wok The star of the day: spicy octopus stir-fry. ![Daseon Kalguksu's spicy octopus stir-fry main dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-13-1nddg-900.webp) Looking toward the kitchen, I could see an auntie tossing it in a wok over high heat 🔥 Maybe that was why the smoky flavor burst through from the very first bite! ![Spicy octopus stir-fry with a high-heat smoky flavor](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-14-4zimv-966.webp) It did not simply taste like octopus coated in spicy sauce. The savory smoky flavor and umami from a quick, high-heat stir-fry were truly there. ![Spicy octopus stir-fry with savory smoky flavor and umami](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-15-z5cis-966.webp) With dishes like this, the sauce can sometimes be overly sweet or taste strongly of artificial seasoning, and you get tired of it after just a few bites. Daseon Kalguksu's spicy octopus stir-fry barely had that feeling at all 🤔 It was definitely spicy and smoky, but the sauce was not excessively sweet; it had the natural, familiar flavor of something seasoned and stir-fried at home 📍 ![Spicy octopus stir-fry with sauce that is not overly sweet](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-16-1s38a-966.webp) This is exactly what “comforting like home cooking” feels like. It was not bland or plain—the smoky flavor and umami were clear—but the seasoning did not taste artificial, so I could keep eating it without feeling weighed down. And honestly, makgeolli goes down so easily with this..ෆ ## Octopus as plump as octopus tentacles What impressed me most about the spicy octopus stir-fry was the size of the octopus 🐙 ![Spicy octopus stir-fry with plump octopus pieces](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-17-14dbo-966.webp) When you order spicy octopus stir-fry, sometimes the octopus is thinner or smaller than expected, so the sauce is strong but the octopus itself barely makes an impression. Here, the octopus was seriously so plump 🔥 It was thick enough to make me wonder whether I was eating octopus tentacles, and every bite had such a bouncy texture. Even though it was thick, it was not tough. The spicy sauce clung well and the smoky flavor came through, so it was delicious even when I picked out just the octopus. I initially ordered it as a makgeolli snack, but after mixing the sauce into the barley rice, it seemed filling enough for a full meal too ✨ It is a dish that does not miss either drinks or dinner. ## Sliced boiled pork to balance the spice I ordered the sliced boiled pork again—it was delicious last time too! ![Sliced boiled pork paired with spicy octopus stir-fry](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-18-dli5d-966.webp) Having mild boiled pork between bites of the smoky, spicy octopus stir-fry made for such a great balance! The pork was moist and tender, so it was good on its own; with kimchi or a little salted shrimp, its savory flavor was,, beyond words,, 💓 ![Moist boiled pork with kimchi and salted shrimp](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-19-1nb96-966.webp) When my mouth got a little spicy from the octopus stir-fry, one piece of pork.. ahh, and the makgeolli disappeared in no time ^^*.. ![Spicy octopus stir-fry, boiled pork, and makgeolli combination](https://img.superchart.com/images/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli-20-1218z-966.webp) Alternating bites of spicy octopus stir-fry, sliced boiled pork, and makgeolli made it feel as though the fatigue built up from installing the ceiling fan all day was finally melting away, haha. ## A return visit satisfying for both a meal and makgeolli snacks Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch near Suwon Station stayed in my memory because the kal-nakji was so good last time. This time, I tried the spicy octopus stir-fry for the first time, and I was happy with the stir-fried dish after the kal-nakji too, which made this return visit even more satisfying. Because “kalguksu” is in the name, I expected it to be a place focused on noodle dishes, but after trying the spicy octopus stir-fry, I can say they really know their stir-fries too..! 💯 Above all, the plump, octopus-like pieces and deep smoky flavor from the high-heat wok were impressive. The sauce was neither overly sweet nor artificial, so it stayed enjoyable to the last bite. Last time I enjoyed it as a hearty meal; this time, as makgeolli food. The reasons for visiting were different, but I was happy both times! If you are near Suwon Station and craving spicy octopus stir-fry with plump octopus, or Korean food that goes well with makgeolli, I recommend the spicy octopus stir-fry at Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch ◡̈ Next time, I would like to try another dish I have not had yet. ## Where it is - Daseon Kalguksu Main Branch (다선칼국수 본점) - 1F, 48 Hyanggyo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - 경기도 수원시 팔달구 향교로 48 1층 다선 칼국수 - 37.2691554, 127.0060319 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%8B%A4%EC%84%A0%EC%B9%BC%EA%B5%AD%EC%88%98%20%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.2691554,127.0060319,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@napkin-folds-gyeonggi/suwon-station-spicy-octopus-makgeolli/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt